Annual Holiday Magic Evening is this Friday, December 7th

December 3rd, 2012 by Laura Fonda

The trees are lit along Queen Anne Ave N, and the festive holiday look is just the first step, next up is the annual Holiday Magic evening – all thanks to our Upper Queen Anne merchants, who fund the tree lighting and host the event. The annual Holiday Magic evening has a slew of activities for both young and old on Friday, December 7th, 4-8pm. So, plan an evening stroll along Queen Anne Ave N and stop in at all of our local merchants to say hello and happy holidays!

Bethany Presbyterian Church6pm Tree-Lighting on the front lawn; 6:15-8pm Activities for all ages – making advent wreaths with fresh greens, decorating cookies (one for you and one for New Horizons Ministries’ street youth program), making cards for the elderly and homeless, stocking stuffers for Wednesday Night Dinner guests, story-telling for kids, emergency preparedness, crafts, and warm drinks and snacks for all.

Chocolopolis5-7pm Santa’s Chocolate Workshop open to dip a treat in chocolate; 4-9pm cheese, crackers, and samples of drinking chocolate while you shop. Plus, receive a $15 gift card for use on another day with a purchase of $100 or more.

My Dressing RoomLearn how to tie scarves for fall/winter and the holidays. Celebrity style, bunny ears, and much more – bring your favorite scarves.

Queen Anne Baptist Church4-6pm Enjoy making Christmas crafts while sipping hot drinks and nibbling goodies. Sign a card for a neighbor at Queen Anne Manor. Donate $15 to Church of Mary Magdalene for a new pair of shoes for a homeless woman or child.